![]() ![]() Once you’ve purchased zinc oxide powder you may use it in a variety of ways. It is important that the brand provides a high-quality zinc oxide powder. I support organics for myself and the Earth so I purchased an organic brand which happened to be non-nano and non-encapsulated. You may buy a breathing filter (I use a tightly woven scarf) and use caution when handling zinc oxide powder. ![]() What is known is that breathing zinc oxide powder is unhealthy, may cause lung damage and must be avoided. However, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) reports that there is not enough information to understand the health effects of nano- and coated zinc powder at this time. Information on the internet recommends the use of organic, non-nano, non-encapsulated zinc powder as the safest option. Luckily you may easily make an effective DIY sunscreen using zinc oxide powder. Zinc oxide is a physical/mineral sunscreen that deposits minerals on top of the skin to reflect light and prevent the sun’s rays from penetrating the skin. ![]() The FDA proposed that two sunscreen products have enough safety information available to determine that they’re safe and effective: zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Further, the FDA raised concerns about oxybenzone and its potential to affect hormone levels and the increased absorption susceptibility in children. Commercial sunscreens contain synthetic chemicals and were identified in 2019 by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as having insufficient information available to deem safe. When you make your own DIY sunscreen you save money while using the highest quality, biodegradable ingredients. I’ve made tinctures, serums, and cold creams but have never made sunscreen until I recently discovered how easy it is. ![]()
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